This one speed Rega Planar 78 Turntable inc RB220 Arm has through and through been designed and developed. Which delivers a high level performance that would be quite far advanced from the expectations of the price point brand. Incorporating our most advanced 24 V motor technology. The new Planar 78 also comes with the latest RB220 precision tonearm.
Rega Planar 78 Turntable inc RB220 Arm
A platter made of high-mass phenolic resin uses the flywheel effect to achieve excellent rotational stability. Plus, the hand-assembled RB220 tonearm provides accurate tracking of very old grooves. Powered by a low-vibration 24V motor, it offers a neat and real performance that brings new life to your old record collection through remarkable tonal clarity.
For the Love of 78 RPM Records
The primary intention of the Rega Planar 78 Turntable is to be able to play 78 rpm records. In that light, we opted not to include any extra features or gimmicks. Which allowed us to allocate the production costs to the finest components, indispensable for the faithful reproduction of records.
The simple, functional design of the Rega Planar 78 and the integration of extremely high quality components are guarantees that your turntable will serve you for many years to come.
RB220 Tonearm: The Art of Accuracy
Specifically designed to reproduce 78 rpm records accurately. The company did not add any meaningless extras that would have distracted them from making top-notch parts that are fundamental to precisely reproducing records. The Rega Planar 78 is essentially a straightforward design.
The RB220 has been the most popular tonearm of Rega brand and has a great performance. The RB220 has Rega’s patented ultra-lightweight, high-quality polymer bearing. Combined with carefully selected vertical and horizontal bearings of superior quality.
Three Point Plinth
The tonearm through the use of our unique die-cast tube. Plus, three-point plinth mounting method reduces the stress on the plinth. This increases the stability with the help of precise handmade work. All these factors result in the listener’s experience improved with outstanding sound reproduction.
For optimal performance, Rega manufactures a dedicated moving magnet cartridge for 78 RPM playback — the RB78 (sold separately). This specially designed cartridge ensures accurate groove tracing and faithful sound reproduction, perfectly complementing the Planar 78.
Advanced Synchronous Motor
Powered by Rega’s latest low-noise 24V synchronous motor and fitted with the Advanced EBLT drive belt as standard, the Planar 78 maintains exceptional speed stability and quiet operation. The phenolic resin platter, with its flywheel effect, adds further refinement and authority to playback.
Features and Benefits
- Exclusive 78 RPM Playback: It offers unmatched sound quality for vinyl made from materials in the shellac family.
- RB220 Tonearm: With the help of automatic bias adjustment. Plus, a light, solid construction.
- High Precision Motor Control: Offers consistent speed and stability.
- Minimalist Design: Provides functionality and sound quality through a simple but stylish. User-friendly interface.
- Vibration Reduction: Constructed to lessen the impact of vibrations on sound quality. Realising a more faithful and detailed music performance.
Summary of the Rega Planar 78 Turntable inc RB220 Arm
The tonearm incorporates the die-cast tube and the three-point fixing technique that are from our mounting design system. This system helps to lower the stress on the plinth and tonearm. Thus allowing the arm to hold more stable.
Precision Meets Vintage
Without the RB220 tonearm, which is a modern marvel and real proof of vintage technology. The performance might have been the opposite.
Adjustable Bias
The latest version of RB220 now has adjustable bias allowing greater compatibility with a wider range of cartridges. The Rega designed bias / anti skate system will adjust the amount of bias as the tonearm tracks the record ensuring even tracking throughout playback.
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